Let’s face it, some careers are dated, dying a slow death or are flat out extinct.
Recent lists published by Mainstreet.com and Investopedia.com reveal a few well-known dead or dying careers:
- Telegraph Operator – They were in heavy demand during World War I and World War II … stop. People no longer use Morse code … stop.
- Lamplighter – Back in the dark ages (ahem!), there was steady work for people who lit gas lamps. Then along came electric streetlights, thus dimming lamplighters’ career hopes for good.
- Photo Processor – One-hour photo operations might have already enjoyed their 15 minutes of fame with the growth of digital technology.
- Watch Salesperson – Does anyone still buy a Rolex or Timex from a sales specialist who only sells watches?
- Data Entry Clerk – This one may surprise you. Even though there is much more data floating around, the clerks who copy and enter it are going the way of the slide rule.
If you’re worried that your career might be dying from out under you, consider one of these eight thriving careers that are expected to last a good, long time.